"このアジ、薬味抜きでお願いできますか？" — Could I have this horse mackerel without the condiments (ginger/scallions)? (Sushi

You

このアジ、薬味抜きでお願いできますか？

このあじ、やくみぬきでおねがいできますか？

Could I have this horse mackerel without the condiments (ginger/scallions)?

Romaji: Kono aji, yakumi nuki de onegai dekimasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, kashikomarimashita. Yakumi nuki de otsukuri shimasu.

Reply

はい、かしこまりました。薬味抜きでお作りします。

はい、かしこまりました。やくみぬきでおつくりします。

Yes, certainly. I'll prepare it without the condiments.

Point to the specific item (aji) if it's on a menu or being presented, then politely gesture "no" with your hand for "nuki".

Avoid asking for too many customizations, especially during busy hours. Some chefs may politely decline if it deviates too much from their style.

More phrases for sushi · restaurant